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0 In Christmas - Simplify The Season

Emmanuel Grapevine Wreath Ornament

This impressionistic ornament helps us remember that God came to be with us as Emmanuel. You may want to supervise your children when they make this ornament, as it does use hot glue or tacky glue.   Emmanuel Grapevine Wreath Ornament SUPPLIES: Small grapevine wreath (available at Michaels and Hobby Lobby) White felt, cut to approximately 5 inches by 2 inches Hot glue or tacky glue Wood bead Yellow chenille stem, cut to approximately 3 inches White craft foam, cut…

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0 In Christmas - Simplify The Season

Cinnamon Stick Cross Craft

This simple craft reminds us of the true reason for the season and makes a lovely Christmas ornament that kids can easily make using cinnamon sticks and wired garland.   Cinnamon Stick Cross Ornament Craft:   SUPPLIES: 2 cinnamon sticks Wired gold garland (available at Dollar Tree) Wooden gold star (available at Hobby Lobby) Glue Ornament hook INSTRUCTIONS: Place the two cinnamon sticks in a cross pattern and wind the garland around the cinnamon sticks in a figure-8 pattern to…

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5 In Family Travel

Must See Christmas Events in New England With Kids

Are you looking for some festive Christmas activities with your family? New England takes center stage at this time of year, and you don’t have to search long to find that Christmas cheer. These New England Christmas celebrations are some of the best in the US, and are sure to delight the young and old alike. Whether you are in search of lights, food, shopping, horse drawn carriages, decorated mansions or anything in between, you’ll be sure to find it…

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